Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019 vs. Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Overview - Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019 vs Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

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Technical Specifications Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019 compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	53.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	129 HP	Engine power	170 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	126 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	14
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,237 ccm	Displacement	1,158 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Monocoque

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,595 mm	Wheelbase	1,567 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	275 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour 2024

In numerous tests, the Multistrada has had to hold its own against many opponents on extremely versatile terrain and has usually been the fastest and overall best motorbike. With the V4 S Grand Tour, Ducati now packs all the high-tech features as standard and adds sensible upgrades to the model in terms of temperature management. A touring enduro can't get much better - and not much more expensive either.

Unbelievably great handling - neutral, harmonious, manageable but still stable

Real touring enduro feeling in the saddle

Great brakes

Fascinating, impressively powerful engine

Engine power wonderfully controllable thanks to terrific response

Pleasant seating position

Good ergonomics even when riding standing up

Fascinating radar system, which is a pleasure to use in practice on the motorway

Great wind protection

High stability even at high speeds

Power-saving and

Above-average consumption